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Located on the edge of the Kalahari in South Africa's North West
province, the Madikwe Game Reserve is a 290 square mile expanse
bordering Botswana, and is a great alternative to the Kruger
National Park (which is not a malaria-free region). It is the
fourth largest game reserve in South Africa, and has a range of
habitats allowing for a wide variety of wildlife to flourish. These
include white and black rhino, a thriving population of endangered
wild dog, lions, elephants, and over 350 species of birds.

Not far away, in Limpopo Province, are the Waterberg Mountains -
an ancient escarpment rising dramatically from the surrounding
plains. Like Madikwe, this is an interesting conservation story and
a stunning wilderness area, with the mountains and ravines adding
an extra dimension to the beautiful scenery. The area has been
designated as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. This area is
particularly good for riding safaris as there is no big dangerous
game here.

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These are two of the best areas in Africa to do a non-malarial safari, and so are perfect for families. As well as traditional driving safaris, the Waterberg is also home to some wonderful riding opportunities.

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A note on price

South Africa’s USP is the sheer variety of experiences it offers (from food and drink to diving to safari), which makes it tricky to provide guide prices. A combination of Cape Town and the Winelands could cost around £2,000 per person, while upgrading to the best hotels and combining that with a luxury safari could add a few thousand to the bill. Learn more about our pricing

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Flight from London

11:30 hrs

Time Difference

GMT +2 hrs

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